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Northern Ontario curling champions crowned 

Photos: The McCarville Rink is off to the Scotties while The Bonot Rink is off to the Briar. Photos by Peter Benji Nahwegahbo. By Rosalind Russell – Manitoulin Island’s curling community had the distinct honour of seeing Northern Ontario champions … Continue reading

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Sudbury councillor is missing

By Rosalind Russell – Michael Vagnini, a Greater Sudbury councillor within the City of Greater Sudbury has been missing since Saturday night.  Greater Sudbury police say he was last observed in the vicinity of R.R. 55 and McCharles Lake Road.  … Continue reading

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A new look for a bright future: Cambrian College unveils new logo 

Photos: Cambrian College has unveiled a new brand identity, including a new logo. The two twisting shields represent innovation and the understanding and new perspectives that come with education. They also bear a likeness to the two “C” letters in … Continue reading

Sharing her leadership as Prime Minister of ÉSC La Renaissance

Since the start of the school year in September, Ali Laginski has held the position of Prime Minister of École secondaire catholique La Renaissance (Espanola). In addition, this grade 12 student takes pride in representing the interests of her peers … Continue reading

Special procession held to honour the late Wayne Ashton

By Rosalind Russell – An honourary procession will be part of the Celebration of Life being held today to mark the passing of the late Wayne Ashton of Espanola. Ashton was one of Canada’s longest-serving volunteer firefighters retiring two years … Continue reading

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Mental Health Day advocates gather for fair 

By Rosalind Russell – Espanola’s mayor welcomed visitors to the Mental Health Fair held at the Espanola Regional Recreation Complex.  Mayor Doug Gervais shared words of welcome to the wider community at the raising of the flag yesterday to mark … Continue reading

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No injuries after home lost to fire  

By Rosalind Russell – The Township of the North Shore Fire Department battled hotspots yesterday.  Fire Chief Matt Simon says a residence on Riverview Road on the west side of the Serpent River was totally engulfed in flames on Tuesday … Continue reading

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Personal Support Worker program being offered in French  

By Rosalind Russell – Starting in October 2024, Carrefour Options+Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon’s continuing education school, will once again offer the Personal Support Worker in Sudbury.   Board communication officer Paul de la Riva says the program is being offered to students 18 years … Continue reading

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New deal ensures monitoring of Sudbury area ecosystems 

By Rosalind Russell – Vale Base Metals has committed to a five-year funding agreement with Laurentian University to support long-term monitoring of Sudbury area ecosystems.  The Cooperative Freshwater Ecology Unit at the Vale Living with Lakes Centre at Laurentian University will receive $960,000 over the next five … Continue reading

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Elliot Lake looking for support to win Kraft Hockeyville contest

By Rosalind Russell – There is a grassroots movement in Elliot Lake to enter the Kraft Hockeyville contest.  City officials say they’re doing their part by promoting the event pointing out if they win, they could bring home $250,000, which would help with repairs to … Continue reading

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